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05 01 09*
Mirror hazardous

Sludges from on-site effluent treatment containing dangerous substances

Chapter 05: Wastes from petroleum refining, natural gas purification and pyrolytic treatment of coal

Overview

EWC code 05 01 09* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for sludges from on-site effluent treatment containing dangerous substances. It sits in subchapter 05 01 of Chapter 05, covering wastes from petroleum refining.

05 01 09* is the hazardous entry of a mirror pair, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies when the waste contains dangerous substances at or above the relevant concentration thresholds.

Hazardous Waste Requirements

This waste is classified as hazardous and must be handled, stored, transported and disposed of in accordance with hazardous waste regulations. You must use a licensed hazardous waste carrier and complete a consignment note.

Mirror Entry Code

This code has 1 mirror pair. The choice between hazardous and non-hazardous classification depends on whether the waste contains dangerous substances. Laboratory testing will be required.

Frequently asked questions

Is EWC code 05 01 09* hazardous waste?

Yes. 05 01 09* is a hazardous ("mirror") entry, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies when the waste contains dangerous substances above the relevant thresholds (its non-hazardous counterpart is 05 01 10).

How do I dispose of 05 01 09*?

As hazardous waste, 05 01 09* must be moved by a registered waste carrier under a hazardous waste consignment note and sent to a facility permitted to accept hazardous waste. Consignment records must be kept for at least three years. It must not be mixed with non-hazardous waste.

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Code Details

Chapter
05 - Wastes from petroleum refining, natural gas purification and pyrolytic treatment of coal
Subchapter
05 01
Classification
Hazardous
Mirror Code
05 01 10

EWC codes are used to classify waste in the UK and EU. Correct classification is essential for legal compliance and proper waste management.